Construction of Sagrada Famlia --Building the Architecture and Sacred Space in the Modern World

Abstract

This research report examines the construction and evolution of the Sagrada Familia in Barcelona, focusing on the level of complexities of the global debates on the proceeding construction of the project. This study delves into the original vision of the second leading architect, Antoni Gaudi, and his political perspective within the church, then subsequent shifts into the transforming design philosophy after Gaudis death, considering factors such as tourism and urban plans. Through a thorough analysis of architecture itself, this research investigates the ongoing debate over the cathedrals completion and the concept of sacred space, revealing the tension between the churchs initial identity and the continuing of construction of novel sacred space. The study concludes that the cathedral has evolved into a symbol not only of the Catalan community but also of broader application such as religious tourism, continuing to drift away from Gaudis insightful purpose, however, reshaping the sacred space benefits the society economically.